Give AI self doubt to prevent RISE OF THE MACHINES, experts warn

[EC]

As the development of true artificial intelligence (AI) continues and experts work towards the singularity – the point where machines will become smarter than humans – researchers are examining ways of how to keep humans as the top beings on Earth.

Many experts have warned on the perils of developing machines that are as capable as us, as it could realistically make humans obsolete as they could take our jobs, and eventually see us as more of a hindrance and wipe us off the face of the Earth.

To combat this threat, scientists are proposing ideas that could prevent this, with one new idea being that developers should give AI self-doubt.

The idea goes that if AI has self-doubt, it will need to seek reassurance from humans, much in the same way a dog does, which will consolidate our place as top of the totem on Earth.

More: http://www.express.co.uk/news/science/815755/artificial-intelligence-AI-RISE-OF-THE-MACHINES-self-doubt

[EC]

I can't stop laughing.

The way to make sure we don't get destroyed by our tools - is to make them neurotic?!

[Cripplecreek]

Without hopes, dreams, and desires etc, there would be nothing to drive the robots to take over.

Despite some serious flaws, Data on Star Trek TNG would be a beautiful example of why robots wouldn't try to take over. When the writers weren't foolishly trying to humanize him he would explain that he had no desire to seize control of the ship, didn't feel love or remorse etc.

[Free Vulcan]

Good luck with that.